1. This is a FIRST-CLASS program.
- To be on the team, you must conduct yourself in a FIRST-CLASS manner at all times.
- We will celebrate high expectations.
- To make it SPECIAL to be on our team, we'll make it HARD to be on our team.
- No fuzziness in our expectations. No sloppiness in our conduct.
- BE PRESENT: When we’re at hockey, we’re focused on hockey. Cell phones and other distractions can wait.
2. Project POSITIVE energy. Have FUN doing it!
- Make it fun.
- Have an indomitable spirit.
- ("No loser talk."). No negative talk or blaming others.
3. Relentless Compete
- Mindset to NEVER be OUTWORKED. I work hard for you. You work hard for me. Hard work unlocks big dreams.
- Consistent Urgency and Intensity
- No matter the score, we will give our BEST EFFORT to Win Every Shift (or Drill)
4. Support Your Teammates
You don't have to be good friends with everyone, but you do have to be a good teammate.
- Safety - We all have each other's backs!
- Belonging - Everyone deserves to be here as much as anyone else. Be inclusive.
- You can depend on your teammates because your teammates can depend on you.
5. Get Better Every Day
- Commitment to improving every day. Prepare diligently! Your character is what you do when you think that no one is watching.
Feed The Monster!